Pacific Beach

To Downtown San Diego: 14 minutes

ZIP CODE 92109

Buy $4.98K - $3.65M
Rent $795 - $10K

Local information

School

1 High School

Crime

Lowest crime relative to the rest of Grays Harbor county.

Commute

87% of residents commute by car.

Shop & Eat

6 Restaurants
4 Groceries
3 Nightlife

General Description

Beautiful Samll Town

Pacific Beach is a small town bounded by La Jolla to the north, Mission Bay and Mission Beach to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the west and Interstate 5 to the east.

Did you know that this community has long been populated mostly by young people, college students, and surfers? The trend is gradually changing, however, as the population is becoming older and more affluent due to the rise in property and rental costs. Despite changing demographics, the town still offers the surfer’s ideal: living near the beach. Residents of “P.B.” (the town’s affectionate local nickname) can spend their days surrounded by sun and sand. All locations within this beautiful town are within walking distance of the Pacific Ocean.

Pacific Beach was developed during the nineteenth-century boom years of 1886-1888 by D.C Reed, Charles W. Pauley, O. S Hubbell, A.G Gassen, and R.A Thomas. By the 1950s, the population of the city had reached 30,000, and in the 1960s, many new development projects were executed, such as the construction of Hilton hotels and the Islandia Vacation Village. This was also the period when the famous San Diego Sea World opened up just a few miles from Pacific Beach.

Today, PB residents enjoy the town’ popular nightlife scenes as well as its laidback beach bars – some of the most famous in San Diego. The town is so lively that is sometimes has a resort feel, but the more than 1,300 businesses also make it a great site for year-round living.

Though it has plenty of its own beach and waterfront land, Pacific Beach also borders Mission Bay Park, the largest human-made water park in the United States at over 4,000 acres. In addition, it’s close to the site of San Diego Sea World, which covers 27 miles of shoreline. Pacific Beach is home to the popular Pacific Beach Recreation Center and Kate Sessions Park. Southern California’s exciting surf culture can be found on display in Pacific Beach; in fact, Tourmaline Surf Park is marked for surfers only. The park is a perfect destination for experts and novices alike.

One of the beaches that families tend to prefer is the North Pacific Beach, which is a calmer stretch of sand, featuring life-guard-supervised swimming areas as well as beach facilities at the end of Law and Diamond Streets.

The schools in the Pacific Beach are under the San Diego Unified School District; they include Mission Bay Senior High School and Pacific Beach Middle School. You’ll also find several higher education institutions within or near PB, which explains why the community is densely populated with college students and young people. These include satellite campuses for University of San Diego and the University of California, Point Loma Nazarene University, and San Diego State University.

More Features

Additional popular activities in Pacific Beach include fishing on Crystal Pier, watching the sun set into the Pacific Ocean, and having breakfast at the locally beloved Kono’s Café, which you will find at the end of Garnet Ave. In other words, you’ll be able to enjoy good food and a local vibe at any time of the year!

Do you want to experience gorgeous Pacific views with cool ocean breezes? Maybe you’re in search of a San Diego community that offers fun activities in a relaxed atmosphere. You will find the perfect answers to your recreational and housing needs in Pacific Beach—the community has all it takes to make your daily life sunny and enjoyable. No wonder residents of Pacific Beach love living there!

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Residential For Sale 2 Bedrooms 4090 Fanuel St # 2a, Pacific Beach Ca 92109 - Scottway - San Diego Real Estate

4090 Fanuel St # 2a, Pacific Beach Ca 92109

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2Bathroom(s)
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AMAZING VIEWS! Beautiful, MOVE-IN READY CORNER UNIT WITH PRIVATE BALCONY! This highly upgraded Sail Bay condo features 2 spacious bedrooms with large closets, 2 fully renovated bathrooms, and an upgraded kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of TWO parking spots, plus additional storage.
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731-733 Venice Ct, Pacific Beach Ca 92109

2Bedroom(s)
3Bathroom(s)
40Picture(s)
1,181
Rare duplex on oversized lot in North Mission Beach. 2BR/2BA house with yard, plus studio. Live-in one, rent other, or use both for income. Can build approx 1730 SF 3 story home (& potential ADU) with roof decks, bay and ocean views! This property is just short steps to beautiful beaches on the ocean and bay. North Mission is home to many restaurants, shopping, markets, spas...
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Residential Lease

3653 Ocean Front Walk, Pacific Beach Ca 92109

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2Bathroom(s)
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Rarely available Panoramic Oceanfront 2-bed, 2-bath condo. Modern kitchen features upgraded appliances, marble counters, and offers seating for three. Step onto your private balcony equipped with a propane BBQ grill, perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze. Inside, the living room offers breathtaking ocean vistas, along with cable TV and a cozy gas fireplace.
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3911 Ocean Front Walk, Pacific Beach Ca 92109

3Bedroom(s)
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1,139
Look no further for your ideal OCEANFRONT rental ! OCEAN VIEWS FROM ALMOST EVERY ROOM. Outdoor living features wrap around oceanfront patio, expansive panoramic roof deck with 360 degree views, outdoor dining, chaise loungers, wet bar, sofas and fire pit. When you are not the sunrises and sunsets, relax in front of the fireplace, fully-equipped kitchen or open family room.
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Residential For Sale 4 Bedrooms 1146 Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach Ca 92109 - Scottway - San Diego Real Estate

1146 Garnet Avenue, Pacific Beach Ca 92109

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This is an excellent opportunity to own a 4 bedroom / 3 bathroom home and collect rent from two commercial spaces, walking distance from Crystal Pier, the beach and Mission / Sail Bay. The house is approximately 2,254 square feet and is being used as a vacation rental that generates between $10,000 to $14,000 per month in gross income.
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Residential Lease

1020 Beryl Street, Pacific Beach Ca 92109

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Welcome to this newly built 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home, offering a fresh coastal contemporary feel just four blocks from Law Street Beach in the heart of North Pacific Beach! Step through the gated front yard into a serene outdoor space featuring a pergola, cozy couch, and market lights – perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach or gathering with friends.
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